PITTSBURGH, PA — The torch has officially been passed. On Sunday night, with former mentor **Aaron Rodgers** watching from the opposing sideline, **Jordan Love** delivered the most significant performance of his young career. Love, the Green Bay Packers’ new franchise quarterback, orchestrated a brilliant second-half rally, turning a nine-point deficit into a dominant **35-25 victory** over the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium.
Love’s stat line was impeccable: **29-of-37 passing for 360 yards**, **three touchdowns**, and **zero interceptions**. His poise and efficiency were so striking, they drew comparisons to the legendary quarterbacks who preceded him.
The Passing of the Torch: Love vs. Rodgers
The game was billed as a reunion, but it became a showcase for the **up-and-coming** star. After trailing 16-7 at halftime, Love heated up, leading the offense on a remarkable scoring run that saw the Packers outscore the Steelers 28-3 until the final minutes.
The centerpiece of his performance was a near-flawless stretch that included **20 consecutive completions**, a feat that ties **Brett Favre’s** franchise record set back in 2007. This ability to maintain surgical accuracy under pressure has silenced any remaining doubts about his ceiling.
“He’s showed he’s the successor. He’s the up-and-coming. Everybody in the league, if y’all not woke, please wake up… he is him, and 10 is coming. Period.” — Packers Defensive End **Rashan Gary**
Love’s final stat line put him in historic company: he delivered the sixth instance of a Packers quarterback completing at least 75% of passes with 350+ yards and three touchdowns in a single game. Aaron Rodgers holds half of those records; now, Love stands beside him.
Mastery Against Pressure and the Kraft Connection
Perhaps the most impressive facet of Love’s night was his ability to dissect the Steelers’ vaunted defense, especially when they blitzed. Love completed **11 of 15 passes for 183 yards** against the blitz, scoring all three of his touchdowns when Pittsburgh sent extra rushers.
Crucially, the **Jordan Love to Tucker Kraft** connection solidified itself as one of the most dynamic in the league. Kraft, the third-year tight end, had a monster game with **seven catches for 143 yards** and two touchdowns. An astonishing **128 of those yards came after the catch (YAC)**, highlighting his explosive run-after-the-catch ability that kept the Steelers defense on their heels.
Deep-threat receiver **Christian Watson**, returning after an injury, also made his presence felt, hauling in four catches for 85 yards, providing the downfield threat the offense needed.
“The legacy that [Rodgers] left, I would say Jordan’s filling those shoes. When you’re talking about the Favre to Rodgers to Love, Jordan has stepped up and fulfilled his end of the bargain.” — Packers Tight End **Tucker Kraft**
NFC Contention and Season Outlook
The victory moves the Packers to a stellar **5-1-1 record**, making them the only team in the NFC with fewer than two losses. Through seven games, Love boasts an exceptional ratio of **13 touchdowns** to just **two interceptions**, completing nearly **71% of his passes**.
Even Rodgers, after a brief post-game exchange with his successor, acknowledged the impressive performance: “He played great, played fantastic… He’s been really efficient with the football.”
Coach Matt LaFleur praised Love’s dedication and composure: “Jordan’s worked his ass off to get here. He was patient throughout the process, throughout the journey, and he took advantage of the opportunity.”
Love’s breakthrough season is no fluke. His ability to lead the team from behind, execute under duress, and maximize the talent around him proves that the Packers’ legendary quarterback pipeline remains fully operational. Green Bay is a legitimate NFC contender, and the future is undoubtedly secure with Love under center.
